Tying a Figure 8 Knot
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Here are the five simple step to typing a figure 8 knot.
Supplies
- 5 feet of any rope or cord
-two hands
Fold the Rope in Half
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Fold the rope in half, level equal amount on both sides.
Slide the Right Underneath the Left
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bring the right strand underneath the left tail
Make an &
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Pull the right strand trail over the top of the left strand to make an & symbol.
Under and Up Through the Loop
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Pull right trail of the & symbol underneath and then up through the upper loop.
Dress the Knot
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Tighten the knot by pull on opposite rope ends.